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XUT 811J

1971 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,689 mi
Last recorded50,689 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUT 811J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 50,689 miles

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear (2.4.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 50,460 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 50,333 miles

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 50,221 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 49,924 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 49,860 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 49,738 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 49,567 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 49,567 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 49,421 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 4 Oct 2008 49,421 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?

Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 129
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Horn not working 87
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XUT 811J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 37,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XUT 811J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XUT 811J?

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What year was XUT 811J registered?

XUT 811J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 13 July 1971.

Is XUT 811J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUT 811J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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